Autism Partnership Foundation Practice Exam

A timed drug level is ordered for exactly 8:00 AM, and a routine CBC is also pending. What is the best collection plan?

Collect both whenever the phlebotomist reaches the unit Collect the CBC first even if the timed specimen becomes late Prioritize the timed drug level so it is collected at the prescribed time Delay both specimens until after 9:00 AM

Correct Answer:

Prioritize the timed drug level so it is collected at the prescribed time

Explanation:

Timed specimens must be collected at the specified time because interpretation may depend on the exact interval from a dose or physiologic event. Routine work should not cause the timed draw to be missed.

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